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This webinar explores how the YellowScan Mapper was used in Colombia for the verification of vegetation cover and building inventory for the University of Distrital. Daniel Buitrago from Datum Ingenieria discusses this project in detail, highlighting how the YellowScan Mapper enabled them to capture highly precise data across the construction, road, and vegetation layer levels. […]
7 November 2024
This article covers remote sensing and its applications. We’ll explain what is the difference between active and passive remote sensing, and cover the different technologies and platforms used for remote sensing. Finally, we’ll have a look at recent and future developments of remote sensing. What is Remote Sensing? Remote sensing means obtaining information about […]
Challenge National Forestry organization approached OR3D GEO to assess landslide risks within a large woodland In North Wales. Terrain instability and erosion are common in this area, where dense vegetation and challenging terrain have made traditional surveying methods ineffective for collecting accurate elevation data and monitoring ground movement. A key challenge was getting accurate elevation […]
Discover how to use the YellowScan Mapper Plus for LiDAR data processing, from flight trajectory correction to creating surface models. To find out more, watch the video above. Discover our UAV LiDAR Solutions Find out more
17 October 2024
Discover YellowScan’s new Navigator LiDAR system, designed to generate bathymetric data and map shallow waters from a drone. To find out more, watch the video above. Discover our UAV LiDAR Solutions Find out more
Discover the TUNDRA 2 equipped with the YellowScan Voyager LiDAR, used by Pyramid for a data acquisition operation at the Chabassot Viaduct site. To find out more, watch the video above. Discover our UAV LiDAR Solutions Find out more
Discover the Qube 640, a LiDAR scanner co-developed by YellowScan and Quantum Systems for optimal performance on Trinity Pro and Tactical drones. To find out more, watch the video above. Discover our UAV LiDAR Solutions Find out more
Learn step by step with Skyline Drones how to use a YellowScan LiDAR system with the DJI Matrice 300 RTK To find out more, watch the video above. Discover our UAV LiDAR Solutions Find out more
Discover how Skyline Drones uses the YellowScan Mapper+ and DJI M300 to inspect Romania’s largest powerline with LiDAR technology. To find out more, watch the video above. Discover our UAV LiDAR Solutions Find out more
Skyline Drones had the opportunity to work with the YellowScan Vx20, discover their review To find out more, watch the video above. Discover our UAV LiDAR Solutions Find out more
16 October 2024
Discover Skyline’s presentation about our Yellowscan Navigator and Yellowscan Vx20 & Ultra 3 LiDAR solutions To find out more, watch the video above. Discover our UAV LiDAR Solutions Find out more
Discover Most Robotics’ review of the YellowScan Navigator To find out more, watch the video above. Discover our UAV LiDAR Solutions Find out more
Discover how the Surveyor Ultra’s 360° field of view revolutionizes vertical mapping and mobile mapping To find out more, watch the video above. Discover our UAV LiDAR Solutions Find out more
This article covers how LiDAR data is processed. We’ll cover the different steps required to turn raw point cloud data into useful information, and why these are important for end users. We’ll conclude with a brief overview of the functionality of CloudStation, which is YellowScan’s LiDAR data processing software. What is LiDAR data processing and […]
15 October 2024
Introducing 2D LiDAR This article covers 2D and 3D Lidar. We’ll compare both technologies and explain how they work, the different outputs of each, and their benefits, limitations, and popular use cases. What is 2D LiDAR and how does it work? This 2D sensing technology uses light to measure distances from its source to a […]
Challenge Frontier Precision faced a critical challenge when their long-term client, the Alaska Department of Transportation (DOT), needed to rapidly and accurately map the area affected by the Mendenhall Glacier flood in Juneau, Alaska. This flood, triggered by unseasonably warm temperatures and heavy rain, caused significant runoff from the glacier, threatening the town and resulting […]
12 September 2024
Challenge Scandinavian Drone’s challenge was to showcase the YellowScan Navigator’s performance in the murky, dark waters typical of Scandinavia. To address these concerns, Scandinavian Drone needed to show that the Navigator could accurately capture underwater features and sediment deposits, even in challenging conditions. The YellowScan Navigator mounted on the Hexadrone Tundra Using the Secchi disk […]
5 September 2024
This article covers how drones are used for surveying. The focus lies on lidar-based surveying using drones. We’ll explain how drones can capture survey-accuracy data, what type of data is captured, what data deliverables are created, and who uses it. What is drone-based surveying? Drone-based surveying (or mapping) uses unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to collect […]
30 August 2024
This webinar explores how the YellowScan Navigator, along with the Vx20-300 and Surveyor Ultra (V2) LiDAR systems, were used in challenging environments across Romania, with a focus on bathymetry projects. Ciprian Iorga from LA ORIZONT and Eduard Nastase from the National Institute for Earth Physics talk about their applications in coastal monitoring, archaeological analysis, infrastructure […]
27 August 2024
Challenge Our customer PXL BIO-Research offers practice-oriented solutions in urban greenery management based on innovative research. In this context, they noticed an increasing demand from municipalities, urban planners and urban foresters for tools and expertise related to the digital inventory of urban green. Both updating tree inventories and assessing the condition of trees are time-consuming […]
14 August 2024
What is mobile LiDAR scanning and how does it work? It is a data acquisition method that uses a continuously moving platform to collect survey-grade 3D point data quickly and accurately. It is more than just a laser scanner mounted on a moving platform: a single mobile scanning system integrates cameras, sensors, positioning and orientation […]
8 August 2024
This article compares two popular technologies for creating 3D models and maps: photogrammetry and LiDAR. The focus lies on key differences between both: how they work, the different outputs created for each, and popular use cases. The article finishes with a discussion of why investing in LiDAR can be a better choice, despite higher costs. […]
2 July 2024
This article explains what LiDAR point clouds are and how they are used. You will learn how they are collected, what data is stored inside a point cloud, and how to visualize them. Finally, you’ll learn how point cloud data is managed and processed so that it can be used for various applications. Defining a […]
24 May 2024
Challenge The University of Vermont (UVM) in the USA became involved in this project through its connections with the Vermont Geological Survey (VGS) and the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans). UVM is one of the few organizations in the state with access to UAS LiDAR technology, making it a priority contact for capturing accurate elevation […]
23 May 2024
LiDAR scanners are used for capturing 3D point clouds. But how do they work? This and more are explained in the article below, which covers the operating principle of different LiDAR scanners and explains how distance measurements are transformed and combined into 3D point clouds. These provide the basis for many 3D mapping products used […]
30 April 2024
Introduction to Flight Planners A LiDAR drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) equipped with Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) sensors. A LiDAR is an active sensor that uses inertial measurement to correlate where it is on the earth’s surface, resulting in a direct measurement of the earth. These measurements are visualized in a 3D […]
8 March 2024
The use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) is now widespread, offering numerous applications, including mapping, when equipped with additional sensors like LiDAR. Drones’ flexibility and relatively low costs enable experts to swiftly and accurately map large areas. These technologies offer various advantages, one of which is assisting in path planning for off-ground vehicles. In this webinar, […]
7 March 2024
Challenge Carbonix, a leading manufacturer of commercial UAVs in Australia, became involved in a significant project when approached by an Australian power network seeking solutions for scanning their transmission and distribution lines in challenging, undulating terrain. They reached out to Carbonix to see if they had a system and sensor combination that could effectively meet […]
14 February 2024
How does laser scanning work underwater? How can a laser penetrate water? What are the main benefits and challenges when using this technique? What happens when a laser pulse hits the water? This and more is explained in the following article about bathymetric LiDAR. Measuring underwater depths People have studied the underwater depth of river, […]
5 February 2024
YellowScan enters the Bathymetry market with its new bathymetric LiDAR system, the YellowScan Navigator! Discover this new product on January 30th, 2024 4:00 PM (CET) Time of Paris The YellowScan Navigator conducts bathymetric measurements in shallow waters and is rapidly deployable on a UAV. Bathymetric measurements involve studying the underwater landscape, including water depth, seafloor topography, and […]
30 January 2024
Challenge The project came about because an engineering company sought high quality topographical data to reassess how they were going to resume mine operations. This involved tasks such as creating new roads, avoiding collapse-prone areas, and creating protection meshes, etc. The culmination of these efforts resulted in the development of a master plan to reactivate […]
14 December 2023
Challenge European Hamsters are a protected species living in agricultural areas, often alongside field mice, which are considered pests. Lack of awareness about hamster presence leads to unintentional harm by farmers, endangering the European Hamster population. CRIFORA OG (a partnership between UMGEODAT Gbr and Grüne Umwelt) recognized the need to improve precision in detecting hamster […]
18 November 2023
In recent years, advancements in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology have enabled the collection of accurate and rapid data for various applications. One such application is ground topography determination, crucial for a range of fields such as agriculture, urban planning, and environmental monitoring. This case study presents the utilization of the YellowScan Vx20-300 sensor on […]
25 September 2023
In the realm of environmental monitoring and analysis, the accurate assessment of vegetation plays a crucial role in understanding ecosystems. Drones equipped with advanced imaging technologies have revolutionized this process by providing efficient and precise data collection methods. This case study highlights the use of the Mapper and Mapper+ LiDAR systems, along with their specific […]
22 September 2023
What is a LiDAR for drones? In the realm of modern technology, LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) has emerged as a ground breaking innovation, particularly when combined with drones. This fusion empowers industries to redefine data acquisition, mapping, and analysis. Let’s take a closer look at LiDAR for drones and see how this dynamic pairing […]
1 September 2023
What is this laser technology making mapping possible through vegetation, in low-contrast or shadowy situations? LiDAR: Light Detection and Ranging Light Detection And Ranging (LiDAR) is a laser-based remote sensing technology. The idea behind LiDAR is quite simple: point a small laser at a surface and measure the time it takes the laser to return […]
25 August 2023
Challenge Our customer La Orizont carried out LiDAR inspections of a telecommunications tower for one of their partners. The purpose of this inspection was to create a digital twin that offers the possibility to perform several types of analysis: Line of sight analysis: Allows for the detection of objects that obstruct signal transmission. It also […]
21 August 2023
Discover the wide range of possible applications for LiDAR technology. This free webinar on August 17th, 2023 at 10AM provides you with a comprehensive overview of the YellowScan LiDAR models. Whether you work in surveying, forestry, agriculture, BOS , inspection or any other field, choosing the right LiDAR scanner can significantly improve your results. Learn […]
17 August 2023
Discover the future of surveying with drones – MOST Robotics webinar on the basics and application of LiDAR technology awaits you on July 18, 2023 @ 10 AM. You are part of an ever-evolving industry where precision, efficiency and quality are critical. Traditional surveying methods have their limitations when it comes to capturing accurate data […]
18 July 2023
Our client, CIMA+, a renowned multidisciplinary company based in Canada, specializes in engineering, project management, and consulting services across various sectors. They were commissioned to conduct surveys of electrical powerlines. Challenge: CIMA+’s surveying department was internally commissioned by their engineers to perform surveys of the electrical wires, following unsuccessful attempts by an external provider. The […]
12 July 2023
Challenge This mission was started in response to a request from the Departmental Directorate of Territories, which lacked LiDAR equipment and therefore outsourced the entire data capture process to drone companies. The objective was to conduct a comprehensive modeling of four avalanche corridors in the Pyrenees, covering a total area of 430 hectares (1 060 […]
11 July 2023
Challenge Following a successful research and development collaboration with a government agency, our customer GeoAerospace obtained a contract to perform airborne LiDAR capture in various forestry sites along the secluded west coast of Ireland. Their primary objective was to acquire high-quality airborne LiDAR data, as it is crucial for mapping remote mountainous regions as part […]
15 June 2023
Watch UgCS’s webinar in collaboration with YellowScan and Hepta Airborne to learn more about aerial LiDAR data collection and processing workflow. Agenda: – Introduction – LiDAR solution overview (drones and sensors) – Flight planning for LiDAR in UgCS – LiDAR data processing and visualization – Q&A
14 June 2023
The CloudStation is an evolutive and user-friendly software, developed by YellowScan, to generate and visualize pointclouds from LiDAR data. The CloudStation’s powerful 3D engine allows you to effortlessly display billions of points, measure distances, and get information about your points in one click. In this webinar, you’ll learn about the CloudStation’s properties and its newest […]
8 June 2023
Back to basics A photosensitive sensor is composed of a multitude of pixels, a surface area that is mostly square in shape. These pixels are a component of photodiodes that convert light into an electrical signal. There is a common belief that the more pixels there are, the better the picture, but this is not […]
15 May 2023
Challenge: L’Avion Jaune, a company specialized in the production of earth observation data (multispectral imagery and LiDAR), is well known by key players in geomatics and environmental management in France. They took part in a study to model the hydrographic network and the hydraulic functioning of a wetland, within a nature reserve in New Aquitaine, […]
10 May 2023
Business challenge As part of a project directed by the archeologist Jean Soulat and the association “Archéologie de la Piraterie du XVII et XVIIIème siècle”, two excavation campaigns were organized to find traces of pirates in Mauritius Island and Sainte-Marie island (Madagascar). There were two parts to this project: one with divers and an underwater […]
23 March 2023
Masarang Foundation, a 20-year-old ecological organization founded by world-renowned forester Dr. Willie Smits and based in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, has reforested 35 million trees to date. As forests are an essential source of clean water, air, and food for the surrounding communities, Masarang Foundation’s reforestation efforts have had a significant impact on the region’s well-being. […]
10 March 2023
https://vimeo.com/773322048 The true story of the pirates [French video] “Popular figures in literature and cinema, pirates scoured the seas in the 17th and 18th centuries. In the wake of two excavation campaigns directed by the archaeologist Jean Soulat, Stéphane Bégoin leads us on their trail in Mauritius and Madagascar. He also attempts to discover, on […]
9 January 2023
What was the challenge? L’Avion Jaune and Ginger CEBTP, a geotechnical study office, were mandated by the Departmental Council to conduct a risk assessment study of rockfall hazards on their road networks. The end goal was to implement the most suitable prevention measures to protect road users. The natural degradation of limestone cliffs generates landslides […]
7 December 2022
What was the challenge? The first project CDGI worked on, and for which they equipped themselves with a YellowScan LiDAR, was the Charles de Gaulle Express. The SNCF, plus the companies contracted for the works, wanted to compare LiDAR surveys with those done with traditional methods, in a real work situation. The problem CDGI had […]
2 December 2022
What was the challenge? The goal of this project was to generate a model of the Huasco Pellet Plant, in Chile, property of the state-owned company CAP Mining. This site pelletizes iron ore from Los Colorados mines by reducing impurities of the mineral. The Huasco Pellet Plant, having begun operations in 1978, has come across […]
11 November 2022
How did data captured by drones help create a digital twin of the Széchenyi Chain Bridge? This project, led by our customer Ventus-Tech in Hungary, aimed to establish a baseline and record the status of the bridge before its restoration started. The scan of the present state of the bridge will help to compare its […]
12 October 2022
This penguin mapping project is part of an interdisciplinary expedition to Antarctica. This multimonth research expedition on a sailboat covered several themes: climatology, sociology of science, chemistry of microplastics, microbiology, biogeochemistry and ecology of penguins. This last theme aims to map the breeding sites of the penguins. Lana Lenourry, a student researcher from Juste 2C, […]
27 July 2022
YellowScan’s partner FlyThru, one of the UK’s leading providers of unmanned LiDAR surveys, was mandated by their client, the digital construction team at Eurovia Infrastructure to survey an area for a project. As one of the global leaders in transport infrastructure and urban development, Eurovia builds and maintains roads, motorways, railways, airports and tramways, and […]
5 July 2022
As entertainment in general, particularly video games be it traditional console games or virtual reality, strive to be as accurate as possible in their depiction of real-world locations. The industry is turning to LiDAR technology to help it build 3D models in order to give players the best experience possible. YellowScan Vx15 on a DJI […]
28 June 2022
Drone Expertise Centre’s client, the Parc Asterix*, in France, had an objective to produce very precise and complete topographic data on the whole of the amusement park and its surroundings. This mission was done as part of an impact study for a future project where it was essential to have highly resolution and accurate data […]
31 May 2022
The Norwegian Public Roads administration Statens vegvesen and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) organized a proof-of-concept event in October of 2021 to bring together various government agencies to evaluate use of the latest LiDAR and drone technology to help with avalanche risk monitoring. They’d chosen the areas surrounding the iconic road called […]
29 March 2022
How can LIDAR contribute to archeological prospecting and exceptional heritage management? How can LIDAR contribute to archeological prospecting and exceptional heritage management? In 2021, L’Avion Jaune, a french aerial survey company was mandated by Association Mission Patrimoine Mondial to map 7 fortified castles. This organization was created to set up and drive the application strategy […]
17 March 2022
The Association Mission Patrimoine Mondial (AMPM) is an organization created to manage the process for the city of Carcassonne (South of France) and its Sentinel mountain castles better known as “Les Châteaux Cathares”, to successfully obtain UNESCO World Heritage certification. Built in the 13th century, the combined site is an exceptional example of military architecture […]
9 March 2022
What is the Challenge? Hepta Airborne, YellowScan’s Estonian based customer, won a contract with the Portuguese DSO (Distribution Service Operator) E-REDES, to launch a project with the objective of proving that drones can collect aerial inspection data just as well as manned helicopters missions. The plan was to compare data collected by drone to a […]
22 February 2022
Did you know – Lasers classification For safety reasons, Lasers are classified depending on their potential risk of injuries to humans’ eye and skin. By law, all lasers products must have a label mentioning the class level. This number can be written either in Arabic numeral or in Roman numeral. In the case of European […]
13 December 2021
GeoAerospace, an Irish geospatial Data-as-a-Service provider, was contracted to provide high density LiDAR and high resolution orthophotography maps of Holy Island, a historic monastery on an island in Lough Derg, Ireland. The final data would become part of an archaeological assessment of the monastery. Digital Replica of Holy Island mission, © GeoAerospace 2021 What is […]
24 November 2021
How to monitor long corridor powerlines efficiently using YellowScan Explorer LiDAR solution In this webinar we are going to learn about the YellowScan Explorer LiDAR system compatible with UAVs and light aircrafts. Register now to discover live how YellowScan Explorer is operated to map long corridor for powerlines monitoring. This webinar session will last approximately […]
23 November 2021
What is the challenge? The gypsy moth is an invasive species that can devastate forest canopies. In Vermont the gypsy moth is normally kept in check by a fungus, but abnormally dry conditions prevented the fungus from thriving resulting in an explosion of gypsy moth caterpillars. By June, the region was suffering the largest infestation […]
2 November 2021
Did you know? There are different scan patterns of LiDAR systems depending on the scanning method used. You may know how a LiDAR system works – measuring the travel time between the emission of a laser pulse and the reception of the signal that is reflected by a target. But have you ever wondered what […]
5 February 2021
Did you know? It is not recommended to use LiDAR in rainy or foggy weather. In contact with water, light deviates and so does the laser of a LiDAR system, thus impacting data quality. The main optical process occurring with fog is diffusion as for rain it is dispersion. In the first case, the light […]
26 January 2021
Did you know? There are three different ways to determine distances using LiDAR. LiDAR sensors are based on the use of one or multiple laser beams to perform distance measurements. They are active sensors, emitting radiation at a set wavelength and receiving the return signal. There are three main techniques for determining a distance measurement […]
24 November 2020
eVTOL and UAV LiDAR solutions used for a large-scale survey in Sumatra One of the biggest challenges of LiDAR surveys is productivity. In what follows, you will realize how efficient can be LiDAR mapping when you use and combine the right tools: UAV and LiDAR system. Indonesia has a big development program ending in 2024. […]
Straight to the Point Episode 4 In this episode of Straight to the Point, you will have the opportunity to see new YellowScan Mapper UAV LiDAR in action. Key take-aways: YellowScan’s livox-based UAV LiDAR product presentation Knowledge of the complete YellowScan workflow
17 November 2020
Why use DJI drones for LiDAR mapping? With the advancements in drone technology, what used to take weeks or even months to map can now be accomplished in a matter of days. DA Jiang Innovation, more known under DJI name is the number 1 drones manufacturer in the world. DJI drones are drones you must […]
1 October 2020
Interview: Hi Bjarke, thank you for accepting this interview! We know you have used YellowScan Surveyor for your biodiversity research work. Can you tell us a bit more about you and your research work? I am Bjarke Madsen from Aarhus University in Denmark. I have been a PHD Student for 3,5 years at Ecoinformatics and […]
28 September 2020
The differentiator for Diodrone is the high quality of the data they can collect thanks to YellowScan solutions. What is the challenge? Diodrone’s client is responsible for managing geotechnical risks along a 170km long rural road which travels through remote and rugged terrain in Australia that is prone to landslides. Diodrone conducts routine inspection and […]
21 September 2020
Straight to the PointEpisode 3 In this episode of Straight to the Point, you will discover the use of Applanix POSPac UAV/MMS and the flexibility in post-processing within the YellowScan workflow. Key takeaways: Knowledge of the complete YellowScan workflow Ways of processing thanks to Applanix POSPac A comparison between each processing method
17 September 2020
YellowScan has more than one way to reach centimeter-level accuracy. YellowScan LiDAR solutions use Applanix GNSS-aided INS boards allowing for multiple post-processing methods to reach centimeter-level accuracy. Using a dual-frequency GNSS receiver, like the one used in YellowScan LiDAR systems, can locate itself at a meter-level accuracy. However, most of today’s survey jobs require centimeter-level […]
25 August 2020
Another specificity of LiDAR wavelength: atmospheric absorption. A sun beam emits up to 150K lux. It is like receiving light from 15,000 candles at the same time. One that is direct or reflected, can be misinterpreted by the LiDAR and be considered as a laser return. The water molecules in the atmosphere absorb a good […]
21 July 2020
LiDAR wavelength is in the infrared range due to detector efficiency. Among all the existing wavelengths, why would one use infrared instead of other ones (UV, visible)? Most LiDARs wavelengths are in the infrared range as is the case for YellowScan systems: 903 or 905 nm. One of the objectives of the LiDAR system is […]
What should you consider for a successful UAV LiDAR integration? UAV LiDAR integration is key to start a mapping business for safety reasons but not only (productivity, quality of deliverables…). Here are 6 main things to consider: 1. UAV system endurance: 20+ minutes with a minimum 2kg payload is required. If not possible then you […]
7 July 2020
How UAS laser scanning helps archaeology On D-Day, Normandy was the theater of a massive firefight. 75 years later, we still have not found all buried structures from that period. In a field, not far away from Omaha beach, Josh Gates, presenter of the US TV show “Expedition Unknown”, is seeking new World War 2 […]
1 July 2020
Straight to the PointEpisode 2 Discover live how Fly&Drive is operated to map infrastructure from an above, oblique and side perspective. Multiplying viewpoints of the lidar survey offers higher chance to have complete coverage of the object of interest. For infrastructure mapping, it allows exhaustive coverage of building outer shell. In this webinar, you’ll learn […]
25 June 2020
The GPS position of LiDAR drones uses the General relativity, a theory of gravitation that was developed by Albert Einstein between 1907 and 1915. In order to understand this sentence, it is important to remember how a Global Positioning System (GPS) works. Satellites orbiting the Earth transmit information about their position and current time at […]
17 June 2020
Before LiDAR, mapping was done by combining the triangulation and levelling techniques. What is triangulation? Remember your math lessons! The sum of the angles of a triangle equals π radians (180 degrees), the law of sines and the law of cosines, Pythagoras’ theorem, trigonometry… does that mean anything to you? It’s due to these elements […]
29 May 2020
LiDAR for Drone mapping make Powerline network management easy Eltel, a Nordic field service provider for power and communication networks, conducted in 2019 a pilot study with Loiste a Finland-based energy company. The aim of the project was to investigate how drone LiDAR can be used for power grid design, maintenance and issue solving. Loiste, […]
28 May 2020
The difference between LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) and RADAR (Radio Detection And Ranging) is their wavelength. Although the basic purpose of LiDAR and RADAR is the same – detecting the presence and volume of distant objects – it is essential to understand the difference between these two technologies. Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) is […]
20 May 2020
3D point clouds triumph over theodolite method at thermal power station Until acquiring its YellowScan Vx-15 for 3D mapping, Ukraine’s EverScan used classic methodology (GNSS, Total Station, etc.) that took much longer to survey and hindered its engineers from achieving high accuracy. Moreover, the data they were acquiring was extremely redundant in terms of providing […]
14 May 2020
Flying LiDAR gives French company a competitive edge for Bali civil engineering and mining surveys Arnaud Denisot is a young IT engineer who decided to change his life. Four years ago, he left his job at La Défense, the Paris-region version of Silicon Valley, and re-established himself with a drone services company headquartered in the […]
13 May 2020
Mapping forested archaeological sites using UAV LiDAR: the example of the site “L’Escalère” in the South of France. Since 2016, the UMR 5608 TRACES Lab Research team uses YellowScan LiDAR (Mapper and then Mapper 2) to scan archaeological sites under forest cover. This time, the Toulouse-based research team flew their Mapper 2 on a DJI […]
7 May 2020
LiDAR mapping represents a key exploration tool for a future green mining industry Over the past two years, INFACT, an EU research initiative in the field of raw materials, has been busy working on the contribution of mineral exploration to transform Europe into a low-carbon and circular economy—that is, self-sustainable without incurring lasting damage to […]
29 April 2020
Straight to the PointEpisode 1 YellowScan presents new professional webinar series, “Straight to the point” for 2020. « Straight to the Point » is YellowScan’s brand spanking new webinar series for professional LiDAR operators and all those who appreciate the survey benefits of laser point clouds. Our first season will provide six episodes, each with […]
2 April 2020
3D mapping with millions of point clouds makes mining project more viable Engineer Jim Smith, CAD technician Jerrad Burns and surveyor Charlie Patton at Sorrell-Smith Engineering Consultants LLC (2SEC) focus primarily on mining challenges where data acquisition, in particular mining surveys, require fast and accurate results. 2SEC is a full-service engineering design, planning and construction […]
20 February 2020
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